Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Applications for the Fall 2026 Cohort are now CLOSED.

Applications for the 2027 Cohort will become available this fall.

Become a Registered Nurse with a BSN

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program prepares you to provide care for individuals, families, and communities across a variety of healthcare settings.

You'll learn how to:

  • Assess patient needs
  • Provide safe, evidence-based care
  • Think critically and solve problems
  • Promote health and wellness
  • Work as part of a healthcare team

The program prepares graduates to begin professional nursing practice and pursue licensure as a registered nurse (RN).

How Admission to the BSN Program Works

Admission to the BSN program is a two-step process.

Step 1: Apply to UMKC

Submit your application to UMKC using the university's general application.

If you are a first time college student and are admitted, you will begin in the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHS) program with a Pre-Nursing sub-plan.

If you already have a degree in another field and are admitted, you will be applying for our Accelerated BSN program and can move on to the next step.

Step 2: Apply to the BSN Clinical Program

Each November, the BSN Supplemental Application becomes available.

To be considered for the clinical program that begins the following fall:

  • Submit the Supplemental Application
  • Complete and submit all required application materials
  • Meet the end of January application deadline

If you currently BHS Pre-Nursing and are admitted, your academic plan will be updated to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.

If admitted to the Accelerated BSN program, your academic plan will be updated to reflect your admission.

BSN Track Options

There are two options available to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree:

Pre-Licensure BSN

4-5 Year traditional program in nursing for students who want to obtain a BSN and do not possess a previous bachelor’s degree or RN license

Accelerated BSN

2nd degree option for students who possess a bachelor’s degree in another discipline, do not possess an RN license and want to obtain a BSN

Check out our Direct Admit Program for High School Students!

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